FCPS News

Congratulations to all the FCPS student-athletes who participated in the 2023 fall sports season. This year, three teams and four individuals won the Virginia High School League (VHSL) Class 6 championship in their respective sports, and three teams and one individual were the state runners-up.

The Cappies is a program through which high school theater and journalism students are trained as critics, attend shows at other schools, write reviews, and publish those reviews in local newspapers. Check out this review of Madison High School's production of Deadwood Dick, or A Game of Gold.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she shared what schools are doing across our division to celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving!

The November 20, 2023 meeting of the Fairfax County School Board has been canceled.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she celebrated FCPS' Transportation and Food and Nutrition Services teams, attended a student food show, and more!

The School Board will hear community comments on proposed capacity/boundary adjustments for McLean Elementary Schools (formerly Kent Gardens ES Capacity Issues) at a Public Hearing.

FCPS was recently made aware of an antisemitic incident. Superintendent Reid is committed to ensuring that Fairfax County Public Schools values all students' identities and creates a safe learning environment.

In this issue, read about Veterans Day celebrations, a School Food Show for Students, and State Music Honors.

FCPS was recently made aware of an inadvertent Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) disclosure to a parent. Superintendent Reid has requested an external legal investigation.

Each morning, for the past 12 years at Chesterbrook Elementary, dozens of kids line up outside the gym a full 50 minutes prior to the bell ring. What are they there for? To be a Fitness Warrior!

From sweet Thai chili chicken wings to tikka masala, FCPS students had the chance to taste healthy and culturally diverse recipes that could soon come to school cafeterias.

Get a glimpse of Veterans Day (Saturday, November 11) happenings throughout the school division as students paid tribute to our veterans. These photos and events capture the genuine appreciation and recognition of those who have served.

The Fairfax County School Board invites applications from community members interested in serving on the Facilities Planning Advisory Council (FPAC) for an At-Large member and a Sully District member. FPAC advises and informs FCPS staff and the School Board in the development of comprehensive, long…

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended theater productions, celebrated several Veterans Day events, and more!

Forty-six students representing 16 Fairfax County high schools have been selected for the 2023 All-Virginia Jazz Band and the 2023 VMEA Senior Honors Choir. In addition, seven students representing two Fairfax County elementary schools have been selected for the 2023 All-Virginia Elementary Orff…

In this issue, read about the School Bond Referendum passing, National Merit Commended Scholars, and veteran staff and volunteers at one local school.

FCPS has been awarded a $2 million grant from the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Military-Connected Local Educational Agencies for Academic and Support Programs (MCASP) to support “Code Up 2.0” project and build upon the Code Up project launched in 2022.

On November 7, 67% of Fairfax County voters renewed a community investment in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) by approving the sale of $435 million in bonds to fund the building and renovation of schools.

Riley Staats was crowned a world champion at an international tournament in Tokyo, Japan.

As we approach Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11, we would like to say a heartfelt “Thank you” to the many FCPS employees who are also military veterans.

From serving their country to serving their community, veterans are giving back at White Oaks Elementary School — and the school is taking time to honor them ahead of Veterans Day.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended a varsity football game, saw a musical, and more!

HEALTHY MINDS FEATURE - There are many ways to help children take on new challenges, learn new skills, and feel valued so that they can grow as individuals and contribute to a positive school community.

Six hundred twenty-eight FCPS students have been named National Merit Commended Scholars by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

In May, the FCPS Office of Communications called for entries for new graphics to help acknowledge the religious and cultural observances identified on the 2023-24 School Year Calendar. Eleven winning designs will be featured on FCPS and school social media platforms, and in newsletters leading up to…

The end of Daylight Saving Time (DST) means that students and families should consider extra safety measures when traveling home from school in the evening and be patient with themselves in adjusting to the change in time.

FCPS CARES submissions for the month of November 2023.

In this week's issue, learn how to return your Federal Impact Aid Survey, how to provide feedback on the FCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities document, and which schools earned Purple Stars this fall.

5 things to know or do, 4 links to visit, 3 points to access research, 2 children read aloud, 1 video to view!

5 things to know or do, 4 links to visit, 3 points to access research, 2 children read aloud, 1 video to view!

FCPS is resolute in our work to provide a learning environment where every student and staff member feels safe, valued, and respected.

Eighteen Fairfax County public schools have been recognized by the Virginia Department of Education and the Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children as 2023 Purple Star Schools. The Purple Star Designation is awarded to military-friendly schools…

Martha Paz-Espinoza, resource teacher at Willow Oaks, shares what it was like to be an English learner and have to interpret for her father at parent-teacher conferences. She offers a few tips for teachers to help put students first and better partner with parents during conference sessions and…

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she hosted Community Conversations, shared FCPS updates at the School Board meeting, and more!

In this issue, find information on the Fairfax County Youth Survey Results, High Impact Tutor Recruitment, How to Provide Feedback on the FCPS Websites.

Check out this Cappies review of Langley High School's production of Alice in Wonderland written by Stella Samereie of James Madison High School.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she visited schools, attended a homecoming football game, enjoyed a student theater production, and more!

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) has opened its application process for admissions for the Class of 2028.

Fourteen-year-old Heman won 3M’s annual challenge with his design of a soap that aims to treat skin cancer.

Fairfax County Public Schools has developed systems and structures for implementing high-impact tutoring. As of October 17, FCPS has 161 tutors hired for this school year, working in approximately 60 schools. 

In this issue, read about the Federal Impact Aid Survey, Virginia Sales Tax Holiday, and a Calendar Update for March 5, 2024.

Superintendent Reid writes about all of the great things happening in Fairfax County Public Schools. This past week, she attended FCPS' Excellence Awards, hosted USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack at Annandale Terrace ES, visited the White House, and more!

The College Board announced that 17 FCPS high schools have been named to the Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll. Schools can earn bronze, silver, gold, or platinum distinction. 

Students, staff, and families at two Fairfax County Public Schools are getting nutrition in a unique way - by running their own farmers markets.

Ms. Vivi is a first-year, third-grade teacher at Shrevewood Elementary School. Get a glimpse of what it's like to be a new teacher at FCPS with the My First Year docu-series. In our second episode, The First Bell, watch how Ms. Vivi fosters a sense of community in her classroom, juggles the tasks…

In this issue, find stories on new menu options, AI classes, and the upcoming solar eclipse.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack tours Annandale Terrace Elementary School amid National School Lunch Week, National Farm to School month.

At Fairfax County Public Schools, we believe students deserve meaningful, sustained opportunities to learn about the experiences and contributions of the many cultures and people who make our nation unique. National Hispanic Heritage Month is a perfect time to honor the rich stories of those who…

Superintendent Reid shares a message regarding the deadly events in the Middle East.

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